As spring approaches, there's more to do around the garden. Several upcoming events in the Beaverton area highlight various aspects of gardening, including confessions from an expert gardener and a workshop on how to get the best results from your beds of flowers and vegetables.

The Aloha Community Library is bringing in naturalist Elaine Murphy to provide tips on recognizing the area's birds of winter. The program starts at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, at the library, which is located at 17683 S.W. Farmington Road in Aloha.

On Wednesday, Feb. 19, the Cedar Mill Garden Club will host gardening columnist Barbara Blossom Ashmun, who will share some of the gardening mishaps she's experienced over the years. The free presentation will start at noon at the Beaverton Activities Center, located at 12500 S.W. Allen Blvd. in Beaverton.

On Saturday, Feb. 22, Dennis' 7 Dees Garden Center will hold a workshop on composting, mulching and improving drainage. The class will also help attendees solve basic garden problems, increase flower production and improve fruit and vegetable yield and flavor. The class costs $5. It will start at 10 a.m. at the Cedar Hills garden center, located at 10455 S.W. Butner Road.